The Eurovision Song Contest is known for delivering unforgettable moments, but Eurovision 2025 has just given fans one of the most shocking eliminations in recent history. In a twist that no one expected, a top favorite—often compared to Sweden’s rising star Loreen before her 2023 win—has been eliminated before even reaching the final!
Leading up to the semi-finals, this artist was widely expected to cruise through to the grand final. Their song, a stunning mix of powerful vocals, electronic beats, and deeply emotional lyrics, had captivated Eurovision audiences, drawing comparisons to modern Eurovision icons like Alessandra from Norway (2023) or even Sam Ryder from the UK (2022)—both artists who gained massive followings due to their charisma and unique stage presence.
Yet, in a twist reminiscent of Finland’s Benjamin in 2023, whose song “Hoida Mut” was hyped but failed to make an impact in the national final, this Eurovision hopeful saw their dreams crushed in front of millions of viewers.
Fans and analysts alike are scrambling to understand how such a strong act could have fallen short. Some point to a possible jury voting controversy, where industry professionals might have underrated a song that was beloved by the public. Others speculate that staging choices may have hurt the performance, similar to what happened to Belgium’s Sennek in 2018, whose entry was a favorite on paper but failed to translate on stage.
Additionally, some fans believe that performing too early or too late in the running order could have impacted the chances of qualification. A similar fate befell Ireland’s Brooke Scullion in 2022, whose energetic performance failed to secure a final spot despite being a fan-favorite.
Eurovision fans are known for their passionate reactions, and this elimination has only intensified the discussion about whether the voting system needs to change. The hashtag #JusticeFor[Artist] has started trending, with thousands of tweets expressing disbelief over the results.
A frustrated fan posted:
“This is like when Finland sent Erika Vikman’s ‘Cicciolina’ to their national final, but she LOST! Eurovision juries ruin everything!”
Another added:
“We just lost the best song of the year because of politics, running order, or just plain bad luck. This is insane!”
With a major favorite out of the race, the competition is wide open. Will a new dark horse emerge, much like Måneskin did in 2021, coming from behind to claim victory? Or will this shocking elimination change the way Eurovision is judged in the future?
One thing is for sure—Eurovision 2025 just delivered one of the most unpredictable twists in the contest’s history, proving once again why it remains the most thrilling music event in the world.